Korean actor Song Jae-rim found dead in apartment

Song Jae-rim

Song Jae-rim

By John Ogunsemore

South Korean actor, Song Jae-rim has been found dead in his apartment in Seoul aged 39.

The incident occurred last Thursday afternoon although the cause of death remains unclear, with local police saying there is currently no evidence of foul play, Korea Herald reports.

The actor’s funeral will be held on Thursday at the Yeouido St. Mary’s Funeral Hall in the South Korean capital.

The actor recently changed his Instagram profile message to “a long journey begins.”

Song began his career as a model, walking the runway for designers including Juun. J, Herin Homme and Ha Sang Beg.

Although his acting debut dates back to 2009, he had his breakout role in the 2012 drama series, The Moon Embracing the Sun. He also starred in Two Weeks (2013) and Our Gap-soon (2016–2017).

Song also appeared in music videos for several K-pop stars including 2NE1, KARA, BOA and After School.

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